Dr. Ariel Ortiz at the OCC

[karliy 61]

Hi girls I was finally admitted to my local Hosp today and I cried in relief! My tonsils are so huge I was swabbing my own spit and dehydrating fast! I have a high pain tolerance but I had reached my 10. They had to do a CT scan of my neck with dye to check for abscess. That came back neg for now. I am on morphine and tordol which is quite lovely until the 5th hour. I'm supposed to be here for several days

[karliy 61]

Oh and btw I don't think I've ever cried so much!

[karliy 61]

I must be drugged. Lol. I was gonna say they diagnosed me with influenza acute tonsilitis and possible strep. Oh and I'm basically quarantined.y friends wanna come see me but it is not encouraged at all.

Mouse I've been thinking of you! Hope you are recovering well with less nausea!

[healthbound1 69]

Glad you checked in and are getting some pain relief!!!

[back2barb78 890]

Any issues with sleeping post op on a regular bed?

No issues E-girl. Just lots of pillows to lean against are good. Karliy, what a hot mess and a half. I'm so sorry you're having such a rough start!! Quarantined!! I wonder if it's from the intubation? Have you ever had tonsillitis before? I hope you feel better soon

[Susysleever 265]

I am considering him too. I filled out the health inventory but I'm waiting for ssdi to be approved. Janese has been wonderful to me so far. 

[slvrsax 301]

Mouse and Karlily, how are you doing?

[Butterflyhigh 504]

I am also zeroing in on a Mexico surgeon and am most likely going to go with Dr. Ortiz. There is another thread on here that is something like 40-50 pages long with a wealth of information and personal stories of people who were sleeved by him. Look for that post for more info.

[Susysleever 265]

Be careful. There are two Dr. Ortiz. Dr. Ariel Ortiz from OOC and Dr.Luis Ortiz. (newbie, so don't quote me)

[mazzers120 75]

Hi everyone! Haven't been around for a bit but I'm glad to hear that we have so many people sleeved since I've been gone. My new surgery date is Dec. 30. Starting to seem real now. I really nervous about the pre opt diet. Can I use any low cal Protein Shake or do I have to order from OCC? Ihate to spend money on more when I have 7 bags of shakeology.

[mazzers120 75]

Hi everyone! Haven't been around for a bit but I'm glad to hear that we have so many people sleeved since I've been gone. My new surgery date is Dec. 30. Starting to seem real now. I really nervous about the pre opt diet. Can I use any low cal Protein Shake or do I have to order from OCC? Ihate to spend money on more when I have 7 bags of shakeology.

[mazzers120 75]

Hi everyone! Haven't been around for a bit but I'm glad to hear that we have so many people sleeved since I've been gone. My new surgery date is Dec. 30. Starting to seem real now. I really nervous about the pre opt diet. Can I use any low cal Protein Shake or do I have to order from OCC? Ihate to spend money on more when I have 7 bags of shakeology.

[MouseOnTheMile 186]

Thank you everyone for your concern!! It's been busy and hectic, yesterday was awful, started my journey back home at 6am and didn't get home until 1am the following day. Three flights, four airports and touching dirt in three different countries.

It's been overwhelming, emotional and tough in spots, but overall I shouldn't complain... I feel awful for Karlily!

[karliy 61]

I'm doin better now. Still in Hosp but my IV is a miracle. The antibiotics and pain relievers are so marvelous. I'm hoping to be released Monday. Keeping fingers crossed. Mouse so happy u are feeling good and at home! That was when I got sick was traveling home! Icky

[slvrsax 301]

Mouse, glad you made it home and Karlily, so glad you are recovering! My nutritionist here locally told me that if I ever think I need IV fluids, to call her and she'll arrange it for me in a local clinic without having to visit an emergency room. Nice in case I need it!